Job Description:

Assists Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments, assists during administration of treatments, and gives routine treatments. Assists patients to dress, undress, and put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, and slings, before and after treatments. Secures patients into or onto therapy equipment. Ensures protection, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under direction of professional staff. Provides routine treatments, such as hydrotherapy, hot and cold packs, and paraffin bath. Transports patients to and from treatment area. Cleans work area and equipment after treatment. May record treatment given and equipment used. May inventory and requisition supplies and equipment. May adjust fit of supportive devices for patients, as instructed. May be assigned to specific type of treatment or patient service. Less

Assists Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments, assists during administration of treatments, and gives routine treatments. Assists patients to dress, undress, and put on and remove supportive devices, such as braces, splints, and slings,... More